Christmas Movie Screenwriter

Industry pros offer advice on writing, producing, and selling Christmas TV-movies.

Christmas Movie Screenwriter is a tv podcast hosted by Caryn McCann, with 43 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Caryn McCann hosts Christmas Movie Screenwriter, a tv show with 43 episodes published.

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  Episode #43

  43: What Makes a Christmas Script Sellable?

  Jul 9, 202631 min

  Producer Michael Goldstein breaks down exactly what Hallmark, Lifetime, and Netflix need from a Christmas script — and why Christmas "baked in" not backdrop, is the difference between a pass and a sale. Chapters 0:11 Introduction and Updates 2:06 Christmas Makes the Story 3:32 Fresh Beats Formula 6:25 Creative Production Advantage 7:58 What Bold Really Means 9:57 Why Writers Get Rehired 12:01 Fast Drafts, Better Results 12:08 Platform Tone Differences 15:36 Why Scripts Fail 18:14 Page Count Sweet Spot 20:26 Career Upside Opens Doors 21:27 Christmas Market Outlook 23:18 Rom-Coms Beyond Christmas 25:30 Ideal Output Goals YouTube interview The Christmas Movie Screenwriter Podcast – Episode 43 Guest Producer Michael Goldstein – Reckless Pictures, Basset Hound Distribution and Timeless Pictures Show Notes HOST: Caryn McCann Website: https://christmasmoviescreenwriter.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChristmasMovieScreenwriter LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryn-mccann-5718058/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChristmasMovieScreenwriter Buy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/christmasmovie X: https://twitter.com/MerryScriptmas GUEST: Michael Goldstein IMDB Website: Reckless Pictures Instagram

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  Episode #42

  42: Why Good Writing Won't Sell Your Christmas Script🎄

  May 19, 202639 minS0

  <p >Former MarVista exec turned writer Justine Wentzell Chang explains why market fit, budget, and buyer mandates often wins out over "great writing" in Christmas TV movies — and how to shape your holiday scripts so they actually get bought and made.</p> <p >Youtube:  https://youtu.be/4i5w8lh7-cQ</p> <p >Podcast:  https://christmasmoviescreenwriter.com/42-why-good-writing-wont-sell-your-christmas-script</p> <p > </p> <p >The Christmas Movie Screenwriter Podcast – Episode 42<br /> Guest Justine Chang – Writer / Producer<br /> Show Notes</p> <p >HOST: Caryn McCann<br /> Website:   https://christmasmoviescreenwriter.com<br /> Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChristmasMovieScreenwriter<br /> LinkedIn:   https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryn-mc...

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  Episode #41

  How Can Writers Stand Out This Holiday?

  Apr 19, 202647 minS0

  <p >Two British writer-directors share a five-step framework to make your Christmas movie stand out—from concept to pitch—so your next snowy romance doesn't melt into the slush pile.</p> <p > British Writer-Director duo Tim Clague & Danny Stack discussed their experience with Christmas movies. They identified the importance of structural beats, particularly the meet-cute. They noted that while many writers have strong craft skills, a common issue is weak premises that are too similar to existing content.</p> <p > For the shownotes, action checklist and transcript - go here:</p> <p > https://christmasmoviescreenwriter.com/41-how-can-writers-stand-out-this-holiday</p>

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  Episode #40

  Can Your Christmas Idea Become a Limited Series?

  Dec 4, 202552 minS0

  <p >Showrunners Erin Rodman and Davah Avena reveal how they adapted a Christmas novel into Hallmark's first holiday limited series, built a collaborative room, and why screenwriters need a strong voice, endless ideas, social media, and even self‑publishing in their toolkit.​</p> <p >For an action checklist, the show notes and a full transcript - go to:</p> <p > https://christmasmoviescreenwriter.com/40-inside-hallmarks-first-christmas-limited-series/</p> <p > Check out the YouTube interview here: </p> <p > YouTube: https://youtu.be/cMk7-vJskWE</p>

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  Episode #39

  ❄️ Script Risks - Secret to Hollywood Yes?

  Nov 16, 202531 minS0

  <p >Unlock the secrets to writing original, captivating Christmas movies with filmmaker Jake Helgren—discover how unique characters, bold storytelling, and industry adaptability can elevate your next holiday script. </p> <p >Check out our action checklist and the show notes at:</p> <p > https://christmasmoviescreenwriter.com/39-script-risks-the-secret-to-hollywood-yes/</p>

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